Narrow and long warship from the island of Crete from the image on the ancient vase.

On the platform at the bow of the ship is secured decoration in the form of antlers or tentacles mythological Gorgon.The aft end of the tail is in the form of a dragon. Ship impression of a mythical monster and had to intimidate enemies.

According to legend, of these ships was the fleet of the legendary King Minos of Crete